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What is Inventor?

Inventor® CAD software provides high-quality 3D CAD solutions tailored for engineering and product design, featuring a comprehensive suite of tools for 3D mechanical design, documentation, and product simulation. Users can maximize their efficiency by employing a combination of design techniques, including parametric, direct, freeform, and rules-based methods. The software promotes seamless collaboration across different platforms, enabling interaction with any CAD system and facilitating cloud-based design reviews to gather valuable feedback from stakeholders regardless of their location. It supports the complete product development lifecycle through a cohesive data model, which enhances design effectiveness with specialized functions for sheet metal work, frame design, and tube and pipe fabrication. Furthermore, iLogic empowers users to refine their design, documentation, and process automation capabilities. With the Inventor API, developers can create custom add-ins to tailor the software to specific needs, while the Forge Design Automation API allows for cloud-based job processing, thus enhancing design workflows with greater flexibility and innovation. By leveraging these sophisticated tools, teams can dramatically boost their productivity, foster better collaboration, and drive continuous improvement throughout the design journey. Ultimately, Inventor® CAD software stands out as a vital asset for any engineering and product design team seeking to excel in their projects.

What is GstarCAD?

GstarCAD is a professional DWG-native CAD platform designed for businesses that require reliable, high-performance CAD software without the high licensing costs associated with traditional CAD solutions. Recognized as one of the leading alternatives to AutoCAD®, GstarCAD helps organizations maintain complete DWG compatibility while reducing total cost of ownership and improving engineering productivity. Built for architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, MEP designers, manufacturers, construction companies, infrastructure consultants, surveyors and industrial organizations, GstarCAD enables seamless collaboration by supporting native DWG and DXF files without conversion. Existing drawings, templates, standards and workflows remain fully compatible, allowing teams to transition quickly with minimal disruption. The software provides a familiar AutoCAD-like user interface, commands, aliases and keyboard shortcuts, enabling users to become productive almost immediately. Organizations migrating from AutoCAD®, DraftSight®, BricsCAD®, ZWCAD®, IntelliCAD® or nanoCAD® can significantly reduce software expenses while maintaining professional functionality and user experience. GstarCAD includes comprehensive tools for professional 2D drafting, 3D modeling, technical documentation, detailing and drawing management. Key capabilities include Dynamic Blocks, Sheet Set Manager, Express Tools, PDF import and export, Xrefs, advanced layer management, parametric constraints, Design Center, drawing comparison, batch plotting, data extraction, customizable workspaces and GPU-accelerated performance for handling large engineering projects efficiently. For enterprises and software developers, GstarCAD offers extensive customization through LISP, VBA, .NET, GRX API and COM automation, making it possible to migrate existing CAD applications and automate engineering workflows with minimal redevelopment. This protects previous software investments while supporting future

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Media

Integrations Supported

3D_Analyzer
AutoCAD Electrical
Autodesk PD&M Collection
Autodesk Viewer
CAD+T
CrossCad/Ware
Diabatix ColdStream
EMWorks
Emulate3D
EnSuite ReVue
Genius ERP
HOOPS Exchange
ImageSite
K-Display Convert
MIE Trak Pro
Mercura
SolidView
SprutCAM X
Vistapoint
Woodwork for Inventor

Integrations Supported

3D_Analyzer
AutoCAD Electrical
Autodesk PD&M Collection
Autodesk Viewer
CAD+T
CrossCad/Ware
Diabatix ColdStream
EMWorks
Emulate3D
EnSuite ReVue
Genius ERP
HOOPS Exchange
ImageSite
K-Display Convert
MIE Trak Pro
Mercura
SolidView
SprutCAM X
Vistapoint
Woodwork for Inventor

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$2,190 per year
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

£550 one-time
Perpetual licences: Standard £550, Professional £680, Premium £810 and Mechanical £1,280, excluding VAT. Annual and network licensing options are also available, together with a free 30-day trial.
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Autodesk

Date Founded

1982

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.autodesk.com/products/inventor/overview

Company Facts

Organization Name

GstarCAD UK

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.gstarcad.uk

Categories and Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Simulate Cycles
Spiral Output
Structural Engineering
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles

CAD Viewers

Annotate
Batch Conversion
Collaboration Tools
Editing
Track Changes
View .DWF Files
View .DWG Files
View .IGES Files
View .STEP Files
View .STL Files
View 2D Files
View 3D Files

Engineering

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Structural Engineering

Fashion Design

CAD Tools
Color Matching
Design Export
Fabric Matching
Fashion Illustrations
Pattern Grading
Pattern Layout / Print / Cut
Pattern, Color & Art Storage
Presentation Tools
Textile Pattern Design

Categories and Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling
2D Drawing
3-Axis Milling
3D Modeling
4-Axis Milling
5-Axis Milling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Simulate Cycles
Spiral Output
Structural Engineering
Toolpath Simulation
User Defined Cycles

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